GRE Word List
AVOCATION
a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
The meaning of the word avocation is a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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bent | unenclosed grassland |
abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
deprecate | to express disapproval of |
selective | of, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select |
urge | to present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly |
fecundity | fruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific |
icon | a person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere |
concordat | compact |
sylvan | one that frequents groves or woods |
nimble | quick and light in motion : agile |